Admissions

THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS

Boys, ranging in age from 6 to 14, can be considered for placement in the Boys Ranch Program. Boys will be considered without regard to race, religion or socioeconomic status. Upon referral by a school counselor, psychologist, pastor, parent or legal guardian, Ranch administration will require the parent or placing agent to submit a completed application for the child. If the boy appears to be a good candidate for our program, an interview and pre-placement visit will be arranged. The pre-placement visit is a weekend visit to determine if the the Ranch can meet the needs of the child.

If it is determined that the boy is a good candidate for placement with Ben Richey Boys Ranch the second part of the application process will take place. This includes providing current dental and physical exams, immunization records, social security and birth records and other required documents.

BASIC CRITERIA

Boys Ranch Admissions Criteria: Boys considered for admission include the following:

Boys who are at least 6 years old, and no more than 14 years old
Boys who are able to function in a public school
The boy’s family or visitation source must live in Texas
Boys who have a full scale IQ of at least 80
Boys who are physically able to participate in Ranch activities
Boys who are able to get along with others in a group setting
Boys who are capable of respecting other people and property

WE CANNOT ACCEPT

Boys Ranch Admissions Criteria: Boys who WILL NOT be considered for admission include the following:

Boys who are on probation for any violent offenses
Boys who are involved with drugs and/or alcohol
Boys who consistently run away
Boys who have used a weapon in threatening others
Boys who have major depression or mental illnesses requiring treatment
Boys who have uBoys who have made suicidal attempts or serious threatssed a weapon in threatening others
Boys who have a history of fire setting
Boys who are cruel to animals
Boys who are acting out sexually